How long does a Bronze Cross course take?
How long does a Bronze Cross course take?
20 hr.
Bronze Cross (20 hr.): begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities.
How many hours is Bronze Star?
10 hr.
Bronze Star (10 hr.): develops swimming proficiency, lifesaving skill and personal fitness.
How many laps is a bronze medallion?
Prerequisite Swim | Participants must swim 400m (16 laps of Avalon Beach pool) in nine (9) minutes or less. This swim will be conducted prior to enrolment in the course.
Is Bronze Cross easy?
Bronze Medallion has a few challenging skills that candidates must master in order to obtain their qualification. For some 13-year-olds, the endurance swim and life saving skills are a piece of cake. For others (especially those without a strong swim background) these skills can be tough.
How far do you have to swim for Bronze Cross?
Cross
The Bronze Cross endurance swim requirement is 600 metres in 18 minutes using any combination of strokes.
What is the highest military honor?
The Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration that may be awarded by the United States government.
How old do you have to be to do bronze cross?
Prerequisites: At least 16 years of age by the last day of the course. Bronze Cross by first day of course (does not need to be current) Standard First Aid by first day of course (does not need to be current)
How long does it take to complete a Bronze Medallion?
Gain your Surf Life Saving Bronze Medallion, a worldwide recognised qualification in a 4 day intensive course. This is the ultimate course for those wishing to become a Surf Lifesaver.
What is the timed swim for Bronze Cross?
The Bronze Cross endurance swim requirement is 600 metres in 18 minutes using any combination of strokes.
How many laps is a 500 in a 25 yard pool?
20 laps
Competitive swimmers and coaches count 20 laps for a 500-yard swim in a 25-yard pool and 30 laps for a 1500-meter freestyle in a 50m pool.
Do you get standard first aid from Bronze Cross?
NATIONAL LIFEGUARD Prerequisites: Bronze Cross, current Alberta workplace approved Standard First Aid, and a minimum of 16 years of age. The National Lifeguard certification prepares lifeguards to fulfill this role as professional facilitators of safe, enjoyable aquatic activities in a pool setting.
